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Set against the backdrop of colonial Malaya, this novel offers an intriguing exploration of power dynamics and interpersonal relationships, further cementing Eng’s position as a master historian in fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who cherish beautifully rendered prose and stories that transport them to another time and place, \u003cstrong\u003eTan Twan Eng's\u003c\/strong\u003e books are a treasure trove worth exploring. His works are not just stories but gateways into understanding the intertwined tapestry of personal and historical narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-gift-of-rain-by-tan-twan-eng-9781921372346","title":"The Gift of Rain","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenang, 1939. Sixteen-year-old Philip Hutton is a loner. 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